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No hay ser más amargado en el mundo que Ebenezer Scrooge. Tacaño, sin empatía por los demás, un cascarrabias permanente. Hasta que recibe una visita inesperada... ¡Del más allá!
Pero ASTRIA no se queda aquí. Como un regalo para los lectores, hemos preparado esta edición que, además de Un cuento de Navidad, contiene Historia de dos ciudades. ¡Dos por uno!
About the author
Charles Dickens, born in 1812 in Portsmouth, England, became a major figure in Victorian literature, known for his vivid characters and social critiques. Hardships in his youth, including his father's imprisonment, forced him into factory work-a defining experience influencing his later novels. Rising to fame with The Pickwick Papers, Dickens used his works to spotlight poverty and social issues.Throughout his career, Dickens's serialized novels, like Oliver Twist and Great Expectations, captivated readers with cliffhangers and memorable portrayals of London's marginalized. His blend of humor and criticism made him beloved and impactful.In later years, Dickens gained popularity through reading tours and continued writing prolifically. His influence transcended literature, and "Dickensian" became synonymous with grim social realities. Dickens's works remain timeless, inspiring adaptations and resonating across generations.
